
International students choosing Ningbo University gain access to one of East China's most accomplished academic institutions, situated in the culturally rich city of Ningbo.
Academically, Ningbo University covers 11 broad disciplines through 36 degree programs at undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels. The university's steady growth has earned it increasing recognition domestically and internationally. Its QS Top 800 position attests to its research impact and graduate employability.
With instruction in Chinese and English and tuition starting at ¥18,000/year, Ningbo University offers accessible pathways for international students. The university's international office provides visa assistance, buddy programs, and cultural orientation. Competitive scholarships make it even more affordable. Life in Ningbo adds a rewarding cultural dimension to the academic experience.
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Ningbo University currently has 36 listed programs. The largest degree groups include Master's (16), PhD (10), Bachelor's (9). Prioritize whether your target subject has the right degree and teaching language.
View programsNingbo University is located in Ningbo, Zhejiang · East China. Listed tuition ranges from about ¥18,000 to ¥51,200 per year. Budget should also include housing, insurance, visa steps, and city living costs.
City guideScholarship availability is marked, but award type, quota, and window must be confirmed by intake year.
Scholarship guideAnnual tuition at Ningbo University ranges from ¥18,000 to ¥51,200 RMB ($2,500–$7,111 USD). Living costs in Ningbo typically range from ¥1,800–¥3,500/month for accommodation and ¥1,500–¥2,800/month for food and daily expenses, depending on lifestyle.
Ningbo University supports international students through multiple scholarship channels:
- Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC): Full coverage including tuition, accommodation, living stipend, and insurance.
- University Scholarships: Partial or full tuition waivers based on academic merit.
- Provincial Government Scholarships: Available in 浙江 for eligible students.
- HanQiao Scholarship Matching: Our platform helps identify scholarships you qualify for and guides your application.
High school diploma or equivalent, transcripts, language certificate (HSK 4+ for Chinese-taught programs or IELTS 6.0+/TOEFL 80+ for English-taught programs), passport copy, physical examination report.
Bachelor's degree and transcripts, two recommendation letters, study plan or research proposal, language certificate, passport copy, physical examination report.
Master's degree and transcripts, two recommendation letters from professors, detailed research proposal, published papers (if any), language certificate, passport copy.
Application deadlines vary by program. Most fall programs accept applications from December through June. Scholarship deadlines are typically earlier (January–March for CSC). Check HanQiao's program explorer for specific dates.